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Comedy, Gender Dynamics, and Emotional Resilience
This chapter explores a controversial incident involving a tech figure and a female comedian that ignites a discussion on women's humor and the performance of female comics throughout history. The speakers critique contemporary hiring practices in comedy, contrasting today’s rising stars with resilient past figures like Tina Fey, while evaluating the emotional responses of modern female creators. Additionally, the chapter delves into societal expectations of humor related to gender, examining the implications of online interactions and the financial dynamics surrounding female content creators.